**Manager, Product Stainless Steel** _Work Mode: Hybrid_ **Location: ** Hybrid - Kohler, WI **Opportunity** Kohler Co. is looking for a Manager- Product, Stainless Steel with exceptional critical thinking skills and a passion for innovation to lead assigned Kitchen Sink product categories. You will be joining a strong global brand committed to living on the leading edge in design and technology of product and process. The Manager- Product, Stainless Steel will manage the lifecycle of a product or a group of products. This involves managing products from ideation to launch, and through to retirement. The Mgr- Product, Stainless Steel owns the product strategy, conducts market research, identifies user needs, and creates a roadmap for the products. The Mgr- Product, Stainless Steel leads and works with cross-functional teams to develop and launch the products and monitor their performance. **Specific Responsibilities** + Owns P&L for their respective category + Develop & own the 2-to-5-year product and innovation roadmaps + Manage a portfolio of new product development projects and foster a culture of collaboration, communication, and accountability within the team + Act as the internal and external focal point for the resolution of product issues (quality, cost, warranty, performance) within the category(s) - own your category. + Plan and initiate new product development efforts to grow sales and profits in the category(s) of responsibility. + Proactively manage the portfolio of products (incl. PLM) within the category(s). + Write and submit appropriate documentation to initiate new product efforts (Scope & ACT) + Provide voice of customer input throughout the new product development process. + Work collaboratively with GPI/NPI to ensure all new product development is meeting all the required targets and is being delivered on time. + Lead editorial visits/interviews, trade shows and industry events to promote the category + Support category management partners in key customer presentations, line reviews, and training + Gather customer insights and conduct competitive benchmarking to drive innovation pipeline + Lead and interact globally with various cross functional teams and departments to collaborate and deliver objectives on schedule + Contributes demand forecast to support 2–5-year capital plan **Skills/Requirements** + Bachelor’s degree in any field.MBA preferred. + 5+ years product marketing experience with strong analytical and presentation skills + Hands-on, detail oriented, energetic and results-driven + Experience with Ecommerce focused product development and/or marketing + Travel - approximately 25%. \#LI-SW1 \#LI-Hybrid **_Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._** _The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $137,150. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k._ **Why Choose Kohler?** We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives. **About Us** It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.